Canadian Helicopters Battles Wildfires in Newfoundland and Labrador
With four wildfires burning out of control in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canadian Helicopters has dispatched five aircraft (one heavy-lift Sikorsky S-61 and four Airbus AS350B2) to assist with the suppression efforts. At the time of posting, three aircraft were assigned to the Martin Lake fire, one was assigned to Paddy’s Pond, and one was assigned to the Kingston fire.
Canadian Helicopters adds an Airbus H135 to its Fleet
The H135 aircraft has been added to our fleet as a modern, versatile light twin-engine helicopter, capable of performing a full range of missions to meet diverse operational needs from our Terrace Base facility. While its primary focus will be power line maintenance and support missions in Terrace, the H135 will also provide essential services across British Columbia.
The H135 helicopter is well-suited for challenging missions requiring precision and safety. Its single-engine Category A performance makes it ideal for Human External Cargo (HEC) operations, such as power line construction and maintenance tasks, where reliability and stability are critical. Additionally, the H135’s design and capabilities support rescue activities, offering the performance and flexibility needed for efficient and secure operations in demanding environments.
The aircraft will be operational early January 2025.
Topflight Assists with Rescue of Hiker Cornered by a Wildfire
When a hiker was trapped by the Crater Creek wildfire in Cathedral Park, BC, Canadian Helicopters’ sister company Topflight Elite Training and Charters was called upon to assist. Topflight Instructor Adam Sloan and two members of Penticton Search and Rescue took approximately four hours to complete the rescue using an Airbus AS350B3e. The rescue took place in late August.
Details of the challenging rescue can be found in an article released by Helicopters Magazine: Heroic fire rescue in the face of flames – Helicopters Magazine.
Humanitarian Support for Families in Ukraine.
When Canadian Helicopters’ employees donated to the Red Cross Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis Appeal Fund, the company matched the donation to make a total donation of $15,170.00 to help those affected by the war in Ukraine. As we head into winter, our thoughts remain with the families and communities impacted during these troubling times.